The McConnell Ball

Date and Time

Saturday Apr 12, 2025
7:00 PM - 10:00 PM CDT

Location

The District (formerly Memorial Hall) 10308 N Main Street, Richmond, Illinois

Fees/Admission

General Admission - $50 / person
~ Heavy hors d’oeuvres
~ 2 drinks
~ Music
~ 1920s Dance Performance
~ Silent Auction
~ Exclusive 1920s Exhibit
~ Parting Gift

VIP Admission - $80 / person
~ All of the General Admission bounty
~ Speakeasy Entrance Experience
~ 1 Signature Prohibition Cocktail
~ Commemorative Photograph

TO PURCHASE TICKETS:

In person: Anderson's Candy Shop, 10301 N Main St and Richmond Village Hall, 5600 Hunter Dr, Richmond

Check: P.O. Box 272, Richmond, IL 60071 made out to WA McConnell Foundation

Credit card: https://www.wamcconnellfoundation.org/purchase-tickets (note $3 processing fee)

Website

https://www.wamcconnellfoundation.org/

McConnell Ball- A One Night Only Speakeasy!

Description

The W.A. McConnell Foundation proudly announces its annual fundraising event- The McConnell Ball.

You are cordially invited to an evening of food, drinks, and revelry set in the Roaring 20s.

Be the cat's meow in your ritziest flapper dress or dapper tweed suit, and head out to the "McConnell Club," a one night only speakeasy, for an evening you won't forget!

DRESS: 1920s attire encouraged and appreciated.

WHEN: Saturday, April 12 7-10 pm

WHERE: The District (formerly Memorial Hall) 10308 N Main Street, Richmond, IL 60071

INFO: www.wamcconnellfoundation.org or foundation@wamcconnellfoundation.org

100% of funds raised go towards W.A. McConnell Foundation's mission of
preserving and protecting the heritage and history of the greater Richmond, Illinois area.

SILENT AUCTION: We would be honored if you would consider donating an item or experience for our silent auction. We are open to any creative and exciting ideas you might have! Below are some ideas to get you started. Find the donation form here.

Exclusive Experiences: Private tour of a historical site, VIP tickets to a local museum exhibit, behind-the-scenes access to a restoration project, cooking class featuring historical recipes, heirloom seed garden starter kit, tickets to a sporting event.
Unique Memorabilia: Signed book by a local historian, sports memorabilia, vintage map of the area, framed photograph of a historical landmark, antique furniture piece.
Local Delights: Gift basket filled with locally sourced gourmet treats, wine tasting at a historic vineyard, “chef’s table” at a local restaurant, cooking class with a renowned local chef, cocktail making class, a ride in a vintage car.

SPONSORSHIPS: This year’s McConnell Ball theme is the Roaring 20s! We expect over 150 guests, including residents, history buffs, business owners, and community leaders – a perfect audience for aligning your brand with our shared values of cultural appreciation and heritage preservation. Would you consider being a sponsor of this event?

Please contact us today with your sponsorship intention.

Mail – W.A. McConnell Foundation, P.O. Box 272, Richmond, Illinois 60071
Email – Foundation@WAMcConnellFoundation.org

Images

Printed courtesy of www.chainolakeschamber.com – Contact the Chain O'Lakes Area Chamber of Commerce for more information.
10910 N Main St. Suite B , Richmond, IL 60071 – (815) 403-5155 – info@chainolakeschamber.com